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Bowel Dysfunction and HoLEP Outcomes
NCT06688500 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The objective of this prospective study is to examine the correlation and effects of bowel dysfunction on outcomes for patients undergoing holmium laser enucleation of prostate (HoLEP) for lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).The investigator hypothesizes that patients who have more bowel dysfunction based on higher severity scores on patient-reported validated questionnaires will experience more symptoms in the immediate post-operative period and may have slower recovery of urinary control. Assessment of pre, peri, and post-procedural bowel dysfunction via the Constipation Severity Score (CSS) and Vaizey Incontinence Questionnaire will aid the analysis.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- PROCEDURE Bowel function post Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate
Study Locations (1)
Illinois
- Northwestern Medicine — Chicago
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 126 participants |
| Start Date | 2023-10-05 |
| Est. Completion | 2025-10-31 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06688500
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06688500 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as an unspecified phase, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 126 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Northwestern University, which has 1,033 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Urologic Injuries appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention — of which Bowel function post Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06688500 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Illinois. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06688500 about?
NCT06688500 is a clinical study titled "Bowel Dysfunction and HoLEP Outcomes". The objective of this prospective study is to examine the correlation and effects of bowel dysfunction on outcomes for patients undergoing holmium laser enucleation of prostate (HoLEP) for lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).The investigator hypothesizes that...
What is the current status of trial NCT06688500?
This trial is currently recruiting. The enrollment target is 126 participants. The study started on 2023-10-05. Estimated completion is 2025-10-31.
What conditions does trial NCT06688500 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Urologic Injuries. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06688500?
The interventions under investigation include: Bowel function post Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (PROCEDURE). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06688500?
This trial is sponsored by Northwestern University, which has 1,033 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06688500 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Illinois. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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